Is Your Pool’s Emergency Phone Compliant? Here’s How to Check (And What to Do If It Isn’t)

2025-03-17T14:57:24-05:00By |

Is your pool’s emergency phone truly compliant and ready when it matters most? A reliable, code-compliant emergency phone is more than a regulatory requirement—it’s a critical lifeline that ensures immediate access to help during emergencies. This guide walks you through how to check compliance, properly test your phone, and take the right steps if it doesn’t meet current standards. Whether you're ensuring your current system is up to code or exploring a more dependable solution, we’ll help you navigate the process and safeguard both safety and liability.

8 Women Who Shaped the Future of Emergency Response & Dispatch

2025-03-11T11:42:47-05:00By |

This Women’s History Month, Kings III is honoring the women who have paved the way in emergency response and dispatch. From breaking barriers in EMS to pioneering advancements in emergency communication, these trailblazers have helped shape the way lifesaving services operate today. See eight influential women whose contributions continue to impact the field and inspire future generations.

Honoring Black Pioneers: 7 Influential Figures in Emergency Communications & Response

2025-03-07T09:58:53-06:00By |

This Black History Month, Kings III is honoring Black men and women who served as pioneers in the fields of emergency dispatch and emergency response. See 7 influential trailblazers who broke barriers, advanced life-saving technologies, and shaped the way emergency services operate today.

How Recent Spikes in Copper Theft Threaten Your Emergency Communication & What You Can Do About It

2025-02-28T09:03:01-06:00By |

Rising copper theft is putting emergency communication systems at risk, leading to potential service outages. Without a reliable backup, property managers may face compliance issues and safety concerns. Learn more about the threat and how a cellular solution can help protect your property.

Kings III & Wurtec Partner to Improve the Emergency Communication Market of Elevator Video Messaging Systems

2025-04-17T09:24:15-05:00By |

Kings III Emergency Communications partners with Wurtec to enhance elevator video messaging systems, addressing new code requirements for two-way displays and video monitoring. The collaboration combines Kings III's emergency response expertise with Wurtec's industry solutions to provide streamlined, compliant elevator safety communications nationwide.

Survey Reveals Gaps in Building Emergency Communications Plans

2024-11-25T09:53:51-06:00By |

A recent survey of property management professionals revealed that while more than 60 percent of respondents were aware that telecom companies are phasing out POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service, also known as analog copper land lines), nearly half reported their elevator emergency communication systems are still based on this endangered technology.

How is Elevator Liability Defined?

2024-12-02T11:39:57-06:00By |

One of a building owner’s worst nightmares: a passenger gets into an elevator in perfect health but ends the ride with a serious physical or psychological injury. Thankfully, this is an extremely rare scenario, but all those involved in building management should know exactly how to define elevator liability and take action if an incident occurs.